Chile · VALPARAíSO TOURS
The city is stairs, funiculars and murals, so almost everything here is done on foot. These 15 cover the hill circuits, the port, the street-art routes and the Casablanca cellars on the road back, priced and timed.
Travel from Santiago to Valparaiso and Viña del Mar in a small group of up to 12. Walk Valparaiso’s colorful hills, ride a funicular if you choose, visit Quinta Vergara, and relax at Reñaca Beach. Guides speak English, Spanish, or Portuguese, with hotel pickup in selected Santiago districts.
“Jhodad and David were great! We got to see a lot- and they were very nice and helpful! Definitely recommend”
Walk from Muelle Prat through Sotomayor Square and Valparaíso’s colorful hills, riding El Peral and seeing the city’s famous murals, stairways, churches, and viewpoints. Guides such as Alex, Grex, Benjamin, and Maria bring local history and artist connections to life. Alfajores and funicular tickets are included.
“Guide was very informative and pace of the tour was perfect. He recommended a perfect restaurant for lunch”
Walk from Plaza Aníbal Pinto through Valparaíso’s painted hills, historic churches, scenic promenades, and famous funiculars. Guides such as Joaquin, Alex, Cata, Gonzalo, Felipe, and Javi bring local stories, art, and safety tips to a small group of up to 20 people. The tour ends near the port.
“This was a great introduction to a one-of-a-kind city. We were lucky to have Joaquin as our guide. He knew the city very well and showed us an interesting variety of street art, significant places, and local characters. For anyone concerned about safety, Joaquin is very cautious and we felt much safer with him than if we had wandered by ourselves.”
Spend about seven hours with a local guide such as Catalina, Cristian, Paula, or Danae, moving through Valparaíso by foot, funicular, microbus, trolley, train, and taxi. You’ll visit Caleta Portales, local markets, Cerro Concepción, Cerro Alegre, and Paseo 21 de Mayo, with time for lunch and personal interests.
“This is one of the best tours I've ever been on. Paula is a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable and personable. It was a more culturally authentic tour than most I've been on which I loved”
Walk Valparaíso with a local guide such as Felipe, Catalina, Cristian, or Paula, exploring Plaza Sotomayor, Cerro Alegre, Cerro Concepción, street art, artisan studios, and two historic ascensores. The $40 tour includes funicular and trolleybus tickets, sunscreen, and sanitizer. Expect steep streets, stairs, and a small group of up to 10.
“Christian was passionatein his pride and love of his home city Valparaiso. Our small group tour was wonderful. He was successful in personalizing the tour to the interests of the group, and showed how friendly, artistic and creative the vibe of Vaparaiso is. There seemed to be a pleasant surprise around many corners. We highly recommend this tour.”
Walk from Condell Street to Muelle Prat while learning Valparaíso’s story, meeting its historic figures, and seeing murals, hills, viewpoints, and key squares. Guides such as John, Gonzalo, Geans, and Amari have led lively tours, with some departures including a funicular ride, pisco sour tasting, and local food stops.
“Our tour guide John was excellent! Very good English, very knowledgeable about the history, the street art, the food and local customs. It was a walking tour that was very doable for a 62 yr old! We had a fun funicular ride, got to taste a pisco sour (great!!) and checked out some cool shops along the way. Highly recommend this tour!! Loved John’s humor!!”
Starting at 9:00 a.m., Jimmy, Jay, Lily, Simone, or another Go Penguins guide leads you from Valparaíso along the coast to penguin country near Zapallar. Expect a small-boat wildlife trip, sea lions, empanadas and drinks at a paragliding school, plus beginner-friendly sandboarding at Concón Dunes. Paragliding costs extra.
“Jimmy was an excellent guide. The experiences were unique, and the food was delicious. If you are afraid of the ocean this might not be right for you, as traveling to the penguins is in a small open boat. Sand dune surfing is a great experience for everyone. Bring a wind breaker for the boat ride and flip flops for the dunes. Comfortable clothes that dry quick in case you get wet on the boat ride.”
See Valparaiso with a bilingual guide in a small group of up to 10. Ride historic funiculars, walk Cerro Concepción and Cerro Alegre, visit Paseo Atkinson, Plaza Sotomayor, and Paseo 21 de Mayo. Guides such as Jeff, Geoffrey, Leo, Catalina, and Elena have helped guests connect the city’s street art, port history, and daily life.
“My Guide was incredibly knowledgeable, informative, and pleasant. Could not have asked for a better guide.”
Walk Valparaíso with a French-speaking Chilean guide in a group of no more than 18. See Plaza Sotomayor, ride the 1902 El Peral funicular, explore Cerro Alegre and Cerro Concepción, study major murals, and finish with local food tips at Paseo Dimalow.
Meet your local beer-loving guide in downtown Quilpué for a gentle three-hour walk through city streets and Fundo el Carmen woods. You’ll stop at three unusual viewpoints and landmarks for local beer tastings, snacks, water, sunscreen, and hats. The group is limited to six, but expect uneven ground and a moderate level of fitness.
“There were no positive memories from this trip, it was a total waste of money and time we could spent doing something worthwhile. Basically we were met by a guide and then wondered around some scrubland visiting three bizarre spots and Read more”
Travel from Santiago to Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, and Reñaca in an air-conditioned vehicle with a live guide in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. You’ll hike Cerro Concepción and Cerro Alegre, see La Sebastiana and the port, ride a traditional elevator if you wish, then visit Viña’s Flower Clock, castles, Moai, and Reñaca Beach.
“Having able to visit and see 2 coastal cuties in one day, enjoy a good seafood lunch without rushing, with no hassle and at a reasonable price pace is great.”
Walk from Valparaíso harbor through Plaza Sotomayor, Cerro Alegre, and Cerro Concepción with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. You’ll see street art, old funiculars, Palacio Baburizza, Paseo Gervasoni, and local landmarks. Guides such as David, Luis, and Carlos add personal stories, while private touring is available.
“David grew up in Valparaiso and had personal stories about changes in the city. Very cool street art and David negotiated thru the difficult race crowds. I suggest he become more familiar with high end vinoteca shop in town.”
Spend seven hours visiting Viña del Mar’s Flower Clock and Quinta Vergara, Valparaíso’s Cerro Concepción and Ascensor Reina Victoria, then finish at Viña Veramonte in Casablanca for a winery visit and tasting. Pickup is available in Valparaíso or Viña del Mar, with English, Spanish, and Portuguese guides.
“Excelente. Recomendado el tour. Camila y Gonzalo un 10 de 10”
Spend four hours on Chile’s Pacific coast with an English or Spanish-speaking guide, visiting Viña del Mar, Reñaca, and Concón. You’ll see the flower clock, Quinta Vergara, the Reñaca sea lion colony, and La Isla ecological park. Pickup is available from selected hotels, with groups limited to 10 people.
Meet Kathleen and Fernanda beside the Viña del Mar Casino for a private, three-hour coastal bike ride. Choose a route toward Concón or Valparaíso, ride in training or tour mode, and adjust the pace to your ability. Bikes, helmets, English guidance, local stories, and plenty of coastal views are included.
“Loved the experience. Beautiful ride along the waterfront. The guides were very attentive to our needs, safety and wants. They were informative and fun to be with. Their English was excellent. The booking process was easy and communication excellent from initiation of booking to completion of ride. Would recommend this tour”
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